2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1302 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
